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“Edo Governor Warns Kidnapping Remains Top Security Threat After Doctor’s Death”.

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The Governor of Edo State, Monday Okpebholo, has expressed concern over the persistent threat of kidnapping, describing it as an issue that has demanded significant attention from his administration. According to Nivo News, the governor made the remarks while condoling with the family of Dr. Abu Momoh Tapir, who was tragically killed by kidnappers in Auchi, Etsako West Local Government Area.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Governor Okpebholo described the abduction and murder of the young medical doctor as deeply regrettable and painful but assured that the incident would not weaken the state’s determination to combat kidnapping and other criminal activities. He emphasized that the government’s proactive interventions and investments in security have mitigated what could have been a far worse situation.

“The kidnap and subsequent death of Dr. Abu Momoh Tapir is unfortunate and deeply regrettable. We extend our condolences to his family. While this incident casts a shadow over our efforts, it does not diminish our resolve to make Edo State safe,” Okpebholo stated. He urged residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to law enforcement authorities promptly.

The governor further highlighted that his administration has been steadfast in implementing measures to address various security challenges, noting that the peaceful and crime-free yuletide celebrations demonstrated the effectiveness of the state’s strategies. He reaffirmed the commitment to making Edo State a secure environment for all citizens.

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HANDCUFFS WAITING! Minister Umahi Explodes In Rage And Demands Immediate Arrests Of Contractors.

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August 26, 2026

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  • Orders for Arrest: Minister of Works David Umahi has ordered the arrest of any contractors or concessionaires caught unauthorizedly stripping asphalt from federal roads.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

    • Inspection and Apology: During a Tuesday inspection tour in Edo State alongside Governor Monday Okpebholo, Umahi apologized for the terrible state of the Benin-Sapele Road and thanked local youths for remaining calm.

    • Lack of Competence: Umahi slammed the concessionaire for lacking the technical capacity and integrity needed for the project, noting that stripping asphalt without permission amounts to destroying public infrastructure.

    • Presidential Directive: Emphasizing that President Bola Tinubu is fully aware of commuters’ suffering, Umahi assured that all necessary steps are being taken to restore the highways and ease public hardship.

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NO PLACE TO HIDE: Inside NDLEA’s Ruthless New Strategy To Eradicate Drug Wealth Once And For All!.

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  • Stripping Drug Wealth: Speaking at the 43rd Cambridge International Symposium on Economic Crime, NDLEA Chairman Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd) emphasized that defeating drug cartels requires aggressively stripping them of their ill-gotten wealth rather than relying on arrests alone.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

    • The Philosophy of Seizure: Marwa explained that imprisoning a trafficker without seizing their fortune leaves the criminal enterprise’s roots intact, allowing them to fund future operations.

    • Key Asset Recovery Strategies: Backed by Nigerian legislation like the Proceeds of Crime Act 2022, the NDLEA has deployed tactics such as non-conviction-based forfeiture (notably selling a fugitive’s Hook Hotel for $4.2 million), embedding investigators with prosecutors from case inception, and freezing over $7 million in bank accounts alongside multibillion-naira assets last month.

    • High-Profile Actions: He highlighted the international case of suspected drug baron Amadi Simon—apprehended via a joint operation involving the NDLEA, U.S. DEA, and European authorities—where three connected hotels were placed under professional asset managers to preserve their market value.

    • Institutional Framework & Challenges: These financial disruption tactics are now permanently embedded in Nigeria’s National Drug Control Master Plan (2026–2030), though Marwa noted ongoing challenges like delays in mutual legal assistance and called for faster international cross-border cooperation.

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POLITICAL EARTHQUAKE: APC Demands Immediate Arrest And Prosecution Of Top Party Chieftain In Ogun!.

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  • APC Petition to Security Agencies: The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has petitioned the Nigeria Police Force and the DSS to immediately investigate, arrest, and prosecute suspended party member Abayomi Hunye for alleged impersonation and conduct likely to cause a breach of peace.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

    • False Candidacy Claims: Signed by Director of Administration Ayoola Olajolo and dated August 24, 2026, the petition accuses Hunye—a former governorship hopeful—of falsely parading himself on social and print media as the party’s candidate for the January 2027 election.

    • Background on Suspension: Hunye was previously suspended from the party on April 7, 2026, following actions ratified by the Ogun State Working Committee due to alleged anti-party activities and conduct harmful to the party’s image.

    • Recognized Ticket: The APC clarified that it held a valid primary election, confirming that Solomon Adeola and Kudirat Balogun are the party’s official candidates for governor and deputy governor in Ogun State.

    • Calls for Prosecution: The party is urging law enforcement to interrogate Hunye and prosecute him for violating the 2026 Electoral Act and other relevant laws.

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